Summit county, OH

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Summit County, Ohio[edit | edit source]

  • Summit County is located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Ohio. As of the 2020 census, the population was 541,610. The county seat is Akron. The county was formed on March 3, 1840, from portions of Medina, Portage and Stark Counties. It was named "Summit County" because the highest elevation on the Ohio and Erie Canal is located in the county.

Healthcare in Summit County, Ohio[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Summit County, with numerous facilities providing a wide range of services to the residents. These facilities include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.

Akron General Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Akron General Medical Center, now known as Cleveland Clinic Akron General, is a nationally recognized hospital located in Akron, Ohio. It is part of the Cleveland Clinic health system. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and specialized care in areas such as cardiology, oncology, and orthopedics.

Summa Health System[edit | edit source]

  • Summa Health System is a non-profit healthcare organization based in Akron. It operates several hospitals and community health centers throughout Summit County. Summa Health System is known for its high-quality patient care and innovative medical research.

Akron Children's Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Akron Children's Hospital is a pediatric acute care hospital in Akron, Ohio. It provides comprehensive pediatric specialties and subspecialties to infants, children, teens, and young adults aged 0–21 throughout northeastern Ohio.

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center[edit | edit source]

  • Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center is a nationally recognized orthopedic hospital located in Akron. It specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of bone, joint, and connective tissue disorders.

Health Statistics in Summit County[edit | edit source]

  • According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Summit County ranks 60th out of 88 counties in Ohio for overall health outcomes. The county has a lower percentage of adults reporting fair or poor health compared to the state average. However, the county has a higher percentage of adult smokers and obese adults compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Summit County, Ohio, is comprehensive and diverse, with numerous facilities providing a wide range of services. From general hospitals like Akron General Medical Center to specialized facilities like Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, residents have access to high-quality healthcare services. However, like many areas, there are health challenges that need to be addressed to improve the overall health of the community.

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Primary Care Summit county, OH



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Abuaita Yara 1396367702 F Other 2020 Family Practice Uniontown OH 44685
Aguilar Michael 1861872293 M Other 2015 Family Practice Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Akron OH 44307
Archinal Elizabeth 1770843393 F University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine 2012 Family Practice 55 Arch St 3a Akron OH 44304 3303753584
Armao Joseph 1740393263 MD M University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine 1982 Family Practice Geriatric Medicine Suite 110 Fairlawn OH 44333
Bachtel Jeffrey 1013974997 M Northeastern Ohio University College Of Medicine 1981 Family Practice 60 N Ave Tallmadge OH 44278 3306309726
Bachtel Jeffrey 1013974997 M Northeastern Ohio University College Of Medicine 1981 Family Practice 525 E Market St Akron OH 44304
Bashor Kendrick 1457355083 M University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine 1989 Family Practice 40 Munroe Falls Ave Munroe Falls OH 44262 2345719131
Bevington Elizabeth 1013437284 F Other 2017 Family Practice 60 N Ave Tallmadge OH 44278 3306309726
Bevington Elizabeth 1013437284 F Other 2017 Family Practice 525 E Market St Akron OH 44304
Blaser Verlaine 1215943790 DO F University Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic Med 2002 Family Practice 3a Akron OH 44304 3303753584

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Summit county, OH - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Rashidi Keyvan 1417303082 M Other 2016 Addiction Medicine Akron OH 44305
Zewail Aly 1174555296 MD M Other 1997 Addiction Medicine Barberton OH 44203
Buggey Jonathan 1013250133 M Georgetown University School Of Medicine 2013 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Barberton OH 44203
Minto Heather 1073807624 F Other 2011 Allergy/immunology Akron OH 44308
Bitticker Emily 1013479179 F Other 2019 Anesthesiology Akron OH 44307
Brenneman Joanna 1104113612 F University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine 2011 Anesthesiology Critical Care (Intensivists) Suite 225 Akron OH 44302
Dettling Samuel 1699295246 M Other 2013 Anesthesiology Akron OH 44307
Eric Regula 1588956668 M Ohio State University College Of Medicine 2007 Anesthesiology 1900 23rd St Cuyahoga Falls OH 44307 3309717175
Fairtile Richard 1114982428 M Other 1989 Anesthesiology Akron OH 44304
Johnson Brian 1306800305 MD M University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal) 2000 Anesthesiology G55 Akron OH 44304

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Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Beth Canfield 1518387257 F Other 2012 Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (Cns) 1320 Mercy Dr Nw Canton OH 44310 3304891478
Kerstetter Molly 1922056498 CNM F Other 2006 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Suite 200 Stow OH 44224
Stanley Sarah 1275589053 PA F University Of Colorado School Of Medicine, Denver 2004 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) 1860 State Rd D Cuyahoga Falls OH 44223 3309233138
Abood Jeffrey 1538247770 CNA M Other 1987 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Cuyahoga Falls OH 44223
Addis Karen 1083666747 F Other 1994 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) G55 Akron OH 44304
Adkins Christine 1558319640 CNA F Other 1999 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Barberton OH 44203
Alison Dorsey 1104308261 F Other 2018 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 224 W Exchange St Akron OH 44320 3303446505
Ash Amy 1295788164 CNA F Other 2004 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Suite 160 Akron OH 44302
Bradley Grohoske 1871107243 M Other 2020 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 269 Portland Way S Galion OH 44310 4194684841
Breiding Michael 1992355705 M Other 2017 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Akron OH 44307

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